2014 Hyundai Tucson vs 2014 Kia Sorento
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Hyundai Tucson | 2014 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 201 | 986 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 168 | 261 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 46 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,605 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tucson | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 110 | 387 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 153 |
| Structure | 2 | 160 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 86 |
| Power Train | 11 | 71 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 | 37 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 44 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 51 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 80 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 87 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 63 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 39 |
| Oil consumption | 8 | 29 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 78 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 27 |
2014 Hyundai Tucson
2014 Kia Sorento
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.